It - Systems Administrator Ii

Job Title:

Systems Administrator II

Hiring Salary: $30.78 - $40.04 (DOE)

Reports to (Role): IT - Security Analyst II

Department/Group:
Information Technology

FLSA Status:
Exempt

Travel Required:

None

Position Type:
Full-Time/Exempt, 40 hours a week

Benefits Eligible:
Yes

PERSI Eligible:
Yes

Work Schedule:

Monday through Friday, working hours between 8:00 am and 5:00 pm

WE TAKE CARE OF OUR PEOPLE!

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• PERSI Retirement Plan, with 11.96% employer contribution
• 401k & 457 Retirement Plans
• 11 Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off (at least 4 weeks per year)
• Life Insurance with AD&D
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Account
• Employer-Funded HRA VEBA Health Savings
• Wellness Program & Rewards
• Opportunity for student Public Service Loan Forgiveness
• Harward Recreation Center Discounts
• Other Great Benefits!

The Systems Administrator II role involves operating with minimal supervision, taking ownership of complex administrative tasks, implementing defined projects, and driving automation initiatives. This role bridges basic support with high-level design. The requirements are in addition to those of an SA I.

• Advanced Administration:
  Install, configure, monitor, maintain, and document all server software across hybrid environments, including Windows Server, SQL Server/Azure SQL, and modern virtualization platforms (e.g., VMware vSphere or Hyper‑V).
• Cloud & SaaS Management:
  Administer and ensure high‑availability of Microsoft 365 (M365) services (Exchange Online, SharePoint, Teams), including security, mail flow, and policy‑based retention.
• Identity & Automation:
  Administer and automate the cross‑forest, multiple‑domain Active Directory and Azure AD infrastructure through advanced scripting and Group Policy Object (GPO) management.
• Scripting & Automation:
  Develop, test, and maintain robust scripts utilizing Power Shell and Python to automate repetitive tasks, system deployments, and reporting.
• Storage & BCDR:
  Administer and maintain modern storage solutions (e.g., SAN, NAS, or HCI). Manage and perform complex business continuity and disaster recovery operations, including advanced backup configurations and failover testing.
• Security Enforcement:
  Enforce system and network security policies in coordination with the IT Security Engineer, focusing on access controls, privileged identity management, and hardening configurations.
• Project Leadership:
  Lead small to mid‑sized system and feature upgrades, including planning and executing scheduled off‑hours service outages.
• Mentorship:
  Provide guidance and technical assistance to System Admin I personnel.
• On‑Call:
  Participate in scheduled off‑hours maintenance and system upgrades as needed.
• Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this position at any time.
• Assumes responsibility for other duties as required or assigned.

• High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED) required.
• Bachelor's Degree (four‑year college or technical school) Preferred, Field of Study:
  Computer Science or related field.
• Microsoft Certified:
  Azure Administrator Associate, or VMware Certified Professional (VCP).
• Ability to operate a personal computer using standard or customized software applications appropriate to assigned tasks and the ability and willingness to quickly learn and use new skills and knowledge brought about by rapidly changing information and/or technology.
• Three to five years of experience in any combination of experience and training that provides the equivalent scope of knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the work.

• Operating Systems:
  Expert knowledge of Windows Server and strong practical knowledge of Linux/UNIX server administration.
• Scripting & Automation:
  Advanced proficiency in Power Shell and working proficiency in Python. Proven ability to identify and automate complex procedures.
• Virtualization:
  Deep,…